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Name:
Blair, Damion Lamont
Date of Booking:
05/20/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING CRIME
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 041626 at 2307 hours, Deputy John Mitchum (321) was dispatched to [3600 BLOCK] Spanish Trace Dr in reference to shots fired.
Upon arrival, Deputies began canvassing the area around Spanish Trace looking for evidence of gunfire. Deputies discovered shell casings on the 2500 block of Andorra Drive. Deputies marked a total of 23 shell casings in front of [2500 BLOCK] Andorra Drive. Deputies obtained video from a residents door bell camera showing the occupants of two different vehicles exchanging gunfire.
Cpl Brooks (C33) spoke with [WITNESS #1] (Complainant), who stated that she heard around 15 shots that sounded like they were being fired around the area of Gibraltar and Pamplona.
[VICTIM #1] later walked into Wellstar Hospital with a gunshot wound in his right thigh. [VICTIM #1] advised the hospital staff that he was walking from the Amax on Tobacco Rd to Spanish Trace when he was shot.
CID was notified and responded to the scene. All evidence collected and investigations was turned over to Sgt Brown (B40), Inv Mathis (706) and Inv Walker (702).
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
5/27/26
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE — STEPHEN CURRY
What this means: Attorney Stephen Curry entered an appearance as counsel for Damion Lamont Blair in Richmond Superior Court, Case No. 2026RCCR00885. This means Curry is now the official attorney of record representing the defendant in this case.
5/27/26
PRELIMINARY HEARING
What this means: A preliminary hearing was held for Damion Lamont Blair. At a preliminary hearing, the prosecution must present enough evidence to show there is probable cause that the defendant committed the crimes charged. If probable cause is found, the case moves forward; if not, charges may be dismissed.
6/3/26
MOTION FOR BOND HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: A hearing on a motion for bond was scheduled for Damion Lamont Blair. This hearing will allow the defendant and his attorney to argue for release from custody pending trial, either on his own recognizance or with conditions such as bail or bond.
6/9/26
CONSENT ORDER FOR BOND
What this means: A consent order for bond was entered for Damion Lamont Blair. This means the defendant and the prosecution agreed on bond terms, and the court approved them. The order sets out the conditions that Damion Lamont Blair must follow while the case is pending.
6/11/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR
What this means: The prosecution filed a notice identifying Larry Smith as the lead prosecutor assigned to Damion Lamont Blair’s case in Richmond Superior Court. This notifies the defense of who will be handling the case on behalf of the state.
6/17/26
BOND HEARING
What this means: A bond hearing was held for Damion Lamont Blair at 9:00 AM in Richmond Superior Court. The court reviewed the conditions of the defendant’s release and any arguments from either side regarding bond.
6/30/26
NOTICE OF BOND/ADDRESS
What this means: A notice regarding Damion Lamont Blair’s bond status and address was filed. This typically updates the court on the defendant’s current address and confirms compliance with bond conditions.
8/11/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT
What this means: A grand jury returned an indictment against Damion Lamont Blair in Richmond Superior Court, Case No. 2026RCCR00885. The indictment charges the defendant with possession of a firearm or knife during the commission of a crime and aggravated assault. An indictment means a grand jury found probable cause that the defendant committed these offenses. The case now proceeds to trial or plea negotiations.
8/13/26
NOTICE OF DEFENDANT’S ELECTION AND CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS AND DEMANDS FOR DISCOVERY
What this means: Damion Lamont Blair filed a notice electing to proceed under O.C.G.A. Section 17-16-1 et seq. and filed consolidated motions and demands for reciprocal discovery, statements, scientific reports, and other enumerated materials. This means the defendant is formally requesting that the prosecution turn over all evidence, witness statements, lab reports, and other materials relevant to the case, and the defendant agrees to provide the same materials to the prosecution.
9/11/26
ARRAIGNMENT HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: An arraignment hearing is scheduled for Damion Lamont Blair on 9/11/26 at 9:00 AM in Richmond Superior Court. At an arraignment, the defendant will be informed of the charges in the indictment, advised of his rights, and asked to enter a plea. This is typically the first appearance after an indictment is returned.